Zimbabwe secured the toss at Harare’s National Stadium and opted to bowl first in the single Test of Bangladesh’s 2026 tour.
The hosts will miss all‑rounder Sikandar Raza, who has been ruled out of the match.
Bangladesh have adjusted their line‑up, bringing in pace prospect Amite Hasan to replace Mahidul Islam Ankon.
With Zimbabwe set to bowl, Bangladesh will open the batting.
The game is the only encounter of the Bangladesh tour of Zimbabwe.
Both sides will try to snag an early advantage as the series begins in muggy June conditions.